Updates

11 Mar 2026

Energy Infrastructure faces critical challenges in Africa’s digital future

Africa’s digital growth increasingly depends on reliable and scalable energy infrastructure to support data centres, AI, and expanding digital services.

11 Mar 2026

AI deepfakes detection expands on YouTube for politicians and journalists

New YouTube tool targets AI deepfakes impersonating public figures.

11 Mar 2026

Gigabyte pushes accessible AI computing strategy at Mobile World Congress

AI computing accessibility takes centre stage in Gigabyte’s latest technology strategy.

11 Mar 2026

Sustainable AI discussed by UNESCO and Saudi leaders under Vision 2030

Leaders discussed responsible technology development and environmental impact, highlighting the growing importance of sustainable AI.

11 Mar 2026

EU explores AI image generation safeguards

Debate continues in the EU on the responsible governance of AI image generation.

11 Mar 2026

UK rejects social media ban for under-16s

Parents and campaign groups urge an immediate ban to protect children from online harms, citing evidence of addiction and risk.

11 Mar 2026

Moltbook founders join Meta’s AI research lab

The move aims to advance autonomous AI development within Meta’s Superintelligence Labs, highlighting the growing race among tech giants in AI innovation.

11 Mar 2026

AI and genetics reveal how language develops in the brain

Multimethod approaches combining AI, MRI and genetics are reshaping understanding of how language emerges and varies across people.

11 Mar 2026

Google adds option to disable AI search in Google Photos

The new update allows Google Photos users to switch off the Ask Photos AI feature.

11 Mar 2026

Japan expands strategic investment in AI, quantum computing, and drones

Government strategy additionally aims to expand Japan’s global leadership in robotics and semiconductors.